Students should have a keen interest in all aspects of sport as well as a passion for researching the various theoretical aspects of exercise. Candidates should also be competent in producing physical performances in practical sports. This qualification is aimed at learners who are looking to progress to higher education or employment related to a career in sport.
• 5+ GCSEs at grades 9-4 • Grade 6 in Maths entry requirement to study Maths A Level • Grade 6 in Science and maths recommended to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels. Students must have sat the higher tier papers for Science and Maths. Students who have not achieved a grade 4 in English and/or maths will be required to continue their study of maths and English until they have achieved this level.
There are four units within this course. These comprise three mandatory units as well as one additional unit (as listed below). Mandatory units (83% of the course) include: • Anatomy and physiology - externally marked exam (1hr 30 minutes) • Fitness training and programming for health synoptic assessment: externally marked supervised assessment (2 hours 30 minutes) • Professional development in the sports industry: internally marked coursework Learners will also choose one additional unit such as: • Sports leadership • Sports psychology
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Queens Park Road, Handbridge, Chester, CH4 7AE |
Students should have a keen interest in all aspects of sport as well as a passion for researching the various theoretical aspects of exercise. Candidates should also be competent in producing physical performances in practical sports. This qualification is aimed at learners who are looking to progress to higher education or employment related to a career in sport.
• 5+ GCSEs at grades 9-4 • Grade 6 in Maths entry requirement to study Maths A Level • Grade 6 in Science and maths recommended to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels. Students must have sat the higher tier papers for Science and Maths. Students who have not achieved a grade 4 in English and/or maths will be required to continue their study of maths and English until they have achieved this level.
There are four units within this course. These comprise three mandatory units as well as one additional unit (as listed below). Mandatory units (83% of the course) include: • Anatomy and physiology - externally marked exam (1hr 30 minutes) • Fitness training and programming for health synoptic assessment: externally marked supervised assessment (2 hours 30 minutes) • Professional development in the sports industry: internally marked coursework Learners will also choose one additional unit such as: • Sports leadership • Sports psychology